Cushing’s syndrome is a group of symptoms produced by excess steroids circulating in the body. The steroids in this case are glucocorticoids or glucose stimulating, not anabolic, which are testosterone-like, muscle building steroids. Cushing syndrome is found in all species. Can steroids cause Cushing’s syndrome? Cushing syndrome can develop from Read more…
It is a common back condition, particularly in older horses, and in general an undesirable conformation trait. Swayback is caused in part from a loss of muscle tone in both the back and abdominal muscles, plus a weakening and stretching of the ligaments. What causes way back in horses? Equine Read more…
So how can NPA be fixed? Use hoof boots. We boot and pad to achieve heel first landing which strengthens the back of the foot and in turn improves the angles. Fix the diet. We fix the diet so the laminae can grow in tight and the soles can gain Read more…
High Fibre Ryegrass is suitable for all classes of horse and pony but particularly those in hard work and should be fed to replace the hay ration. Our haylage has a superb hygienic quality and so will benefit those suffering from respiratory conditions. The fermentation process ensures sugar levels are Read more…
Balance is an important skill in horseback riding. Balance will help you control the horse through muscular movements, and it will keep you in the saddle if the horse spooks or bolts. Do you need balance for horse riding? In order to work together harmoniously, both horse and rider need Read more…
Horses have an average of 18 of these caudal vertebrae, with some horses having as many as 25 and others only 15. What vertebrae are found in the tail? Caudal vertebrae are the bones that make up the tails of vertebrates. They range in number from a few to fifty, Read more…
Contracted heels are characterized by a narrowing of the heel between the two bulbs, the soft fleshy area where the hoof wall, heel and coronary band come together. When this happens, it is important to provide the proper hoof support in order to manage the condition, improve hoof health and Read more…
Figure 15 – 20 miles per day. That would be 7 – 10 days. How long does it take to travel a mile on a horse? Did you know that horses can run at an average speed of 30 mph? That means that if they keep up that pace, they Read more…
EasiVet Benzyl Benzoate can be used to maintain healthy skin and coat. It is recommended to be used during the Spring time. Apply with fingers or a soft cloth when skin problems arise and continue through the season. For external veterinary use only. Does benzyl benzoate stop itching in horses? Read more…
Scabby wounds on the front of the fetlocks and outsides of the hocks are usually “bed sores” that are caused by recurring abrasion when a horse lies down on hard ground or rough bedding. Classically this is seen in dry lot situations on abrasive gravel or hard dirt. What is Read more…